A patient with a diagnosis of hemophilia A is likely to have a deficiency of which clotting factor?

A Factor II
B Factor VIII ✓
C Factor IX
D Factor XI

Explanation

Hemophilia A, also known as classic hemophilia, is a genetic disorder caused by a deficiency of factor VIII. This deficiency leads to impaired blood clotting and increased risk of bleeding.

Source

Williams Hematology
Hematology Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high